Strategic Manufacturing Buyer (MRP & Supplier Excellence)

Imi Plc; Poole; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IMI plc is seeking a Buyer to join the Purchasing Team in Poole. You will source components and services in line with MRP, liaising with suppliers to meet delivery targets and costs, while supporting stock management and supplier development.

You should have experience in manufacturing purchasing, be pursuing a CIPS qualification, and be proficient in MRP/ERP systems and MS Excel. The role emphasises analytical buying and strong supplier relations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Purchasing role within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Holds or is studying for a professional purchasing qualification (CIPS).
• Good understanding and working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience of ‘Pull Systems’ Kanban etc.
• Skilled in the reading of an engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Purchase components as required and directed in line with MRP requirements.
• Review MRP rescheduling requirements and make informed decisions.
• Continually review data and optimize buying and stocking patterns.
• Ensure purchasing activities are completed professionally in line with business demands.
• Liaise with suppliers to meet quality, commercial and delivery targets.
• Provide delivery dates and pricing information to internal customers.
• Expedite outstanding orders to avoid production delays.
• Assist in supplier development and inventory reduction strategies.
• Ensure flow lines are stocked per production requirements.
• Visit suppliers to build strong, professional relationships.

Skills

Purchasing experience

CIPS (studying)

MRP/ERP knowledge

Kanban / Pull systems

Engineering drawings

Communication

Excel / MS Office

Education

Professional purchasing qualification (CIPS)

Tools

Excel

Job description

IMI plc is seeking a Buyer to join the Purchasing Team in Poole. You will source components and services in line with MRP, liaising with suppliers to meet delivery targets and costs, while supporting stock management and supplier development.

You should have experience in manufacturing purchasing, be pursuing a CIPS qualification, and be proficient in MRP/ERP systems and MS Excel. The role emphasises analytical buying and strong supplier relations.